Vulnerability Description
The Crypt::DSA (aka Crypt-DSA) module 1.17 and earlier for Perl, when /dev/random is absent, uses the Data::Random module, which makes it easier for remote attackers to spoof a signature, or determine the signing key of a signed message, via a brute-force attack.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Kennedy | Crypt-Dsa | <= 1.17 |
| Perl | Perl | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/76025
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46275Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/10/05/5Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/10/05/9Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/49928
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=743567Patch
- https://rt.cpan.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=71421Patch
- http://osvdb.org/76025
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46275Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/10/05/5Patch
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/10/05/9Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/49928
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=743567Patch
- https://rt.cpan.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=71421Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3599?
CVE-2011-3599 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). The Crypt::DSA (aka Crypt-DSA) module 1.17 and earlier for Perl, when /dev/random is absent, uses the Data::Random module, which makes it easier for remote attackers to spoof a signature, or determine...
How severe is CVE-2011-3599?
CVE-2011-3599 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-3599?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Adam Kennedy Crypt-Dsa, Perl Perl.